Fridge Essentials

June 24, 2016

By Jackeline Soto

Have you heard the concept of meal plans or meal prep? Okay will a meal prep is supposed to be done in one or two days and it’s supposed to save you time, money, and keep you on track on your diet goals.

But here’s an issue with meal prepping: it’s usually the same thing over and over again for about two weeks to a month and sometimes longer. And since I’m restricting myself to only eating what I’ve made I’m most often than not tempted to eat some things that aren’t so good for me.

So instead I try to keep a fridge full of veggies and fruits so I have an endless amount of meal choices and I’m not as tempted since I’m not restricting myself.

What you should have:

VEGETABLES: Carrots – Celery – Bell Peppers

Can be eaten raw

Can be used in a soup, or stew

Can be used as snacks

Delicious

FRUITS: Apples – Grapes – Pears

Can be refreshing

Great as salad toppings

Can be used as snacks

Nutritious

GREENS: Spinach – Kale – Lettuce

Great for salads

Can be used in soups or stews

Power greens

HOT SAUCE

Adds spice and flavor to your meal

Increases metabolism

Few calories

FROZEN FRUITS: Strawberries – Berries – Bananas

Sometimes cheaper

Perfect for smoothies

Can be stored in the freezer for an extended period of time

WHEAT TORTILLAS

Can be used for tacos

Can be used for quesadillas

Can be stored for a long time

Easy to heat up

Quick meal

GRAINS: Bread – Cereal – Rice – Pasta

Helps regulate digestion

Can reduce blood cholesterol

Easy to cook

Milk: Whole Milk – Soy Milk – Almond Milk

High in calcium

High in other minerals and vitamins

Can prevent certain health conditions

Can buy in half a gallon or gallon

(DARK) CHOCOLATE:

High in iron, copper, magnesium, and potassium

Antioxidants

Lowers blood pressure

Reduces heart disease

Delicious

WATER:

Keeps you hydrated

Easily portable

Reduces headaches

LEANER CREAMER: Coffee Creamer in Original and Hazelnut

Tastes delicious in coffee, smoothies, teas, baked goods & more

Green tea extract

Promotes healthy weight loss

Non-dairy

Coconut oil

LEANER CREAMER: Artisanal Coffee Blends

Tiffany’s Breakfast Blend- Light Roast

Natasha’s Sunrise Blend – Medium Roast

Veronica’s Brew- Dark Roast

All of the above are staples of everyone’s diet to help you maintain a well-balanced healthy diet. But anyway, remember to never restrict yourself if you’re craving a specific sweet or meal and remember the 80-20 rule when it comes to eating.